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End effector (manipulator)
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Definition
The tool at the end of a robotic arm that interacts with the environment, such as a gripper, welder or suction cup.
Example: The robotic gripper picks up the part.
Found in: syllabus.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y11 Mechatronics.
Question types it can appear in
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Matching or table: Match it to its description, example or category.
- Fill in the blanks: Choose this term to complete a statement or table.
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
How to use it
A model sentence
“The tool at the end of a robotic arm that interacts with the environment, such as a gripper, welder or suction cup.” Then apply it: The robotic gripper picks up the part.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: End effector (manipulator) in Programming Mechatronics (Year 11) · study that set
- Memorise: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control
- Notes: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control (Year 11 content (Programming fundamentals, OOP, Mechatronics))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for End effector (manipulator)
Check yourself
Explain “End effector (manipulator)” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
The tool at the end of a robotic arm that interacts with the environment, such as a gripper, welder or suction cup.
Example: The robotic gripper picks up the part.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Matching or table, Fill in the blanks, Short answer.